Alternative Protein Technologies for Military Field Feeding

The U.S. Army’s DEVCOM‑SC is issuing a Sources Sought notice to identify Massachusetts‑based firms or academic institutions capable of advancing alternative‑protein technologies (TRL 4‑6) for future military rations. The effort focuses on product development, consumer research, and optional food‑sample demonstrations, explicitly excluding cell‑cultured, lab‑grown meat and insect protein. Interested parties must submit a BAA pre‑proposal outlining technical approach, past performance, and a rough cost estimate. Responses are voluntary, not a solicitation, and no funding is presently available. • Scope includes innovative fermentation/precision‑fermentation processes to create lightweight, nutrient‑dense protein sources. • Development of shelf‑stable, palatable meat‑alternative products meeting military nutrition standards. • Conduct consumer acceptability studies (focus groups, sensory panels) and optional provision of 100 FDA‑GRAS samples for evaluation. • All submissions become Government property; no reimbursement for costs incurred.